1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 229 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Maserati Shamal | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Shamal | Silverado |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4010 mm |