1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Shamal | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
