1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Cube |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
