1984 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Montego | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
