1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 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 232 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | S40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
