1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shamal | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2955 mm |
