1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale
To start off, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal 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) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (373 Nm). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Shamal | Barchetta Straale |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
