1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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 207 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
