1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shamal | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
