1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Camaro | Shamal |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 445 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |