1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore. 1992 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | Shamal | Commodore |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |