1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 113 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback 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. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Shamal | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
