1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 19 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 144 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Shamal | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
