1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Shamal | 930 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |