1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 215 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Maserati | Xedos |
Model | Shamal | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |