1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | Type III | Shamal |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |