1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
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 Murano, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Murano |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |