1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Shamal | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
