2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 449 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Shamal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |