1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 15 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 272 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Maserati | MCC |
Model | Shamal | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |