1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 22 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 131 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, 2012 Volvo C30, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | C30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
