2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 612 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |