1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
