1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Serena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
