1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 20 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 121 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 197 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Shamal | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |