1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1976 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Merak weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1976 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Shamal | Merak |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
