1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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1990 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Shamal | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 445 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |