1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 321 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Maserati Shamal 2008 Porsche 911
Make Maserati Porsche
Model Shamal 911
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3217 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 445 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2360 mm


 

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