1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter 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 223 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
