1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Mark II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |