1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 TVR 400. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 TVR 400. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Shamal | 400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |