1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 8 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1998 Acura RL, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura RL. 1998 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | Maserati | Acura |
| Model | Shamal | RL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
