1989 BMW 518 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 518 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 518 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |