1984 Holden Commodore 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 Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Commodore | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
