1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1990 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati Shamal. (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | Shamal | MC12 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |