1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shamal | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
