1984 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira 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 236 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Camira | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
