1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 15 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 207 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Shamal | TF |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |