1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 23 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 497 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Shamal | XTS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |