1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 268 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
