1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 17 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 125 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, 2007 Nissan Almera, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Almera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
