1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 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 160 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 652 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. 2012 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1991 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1991 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Maserati Shamal | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
Model | Shamal | Rexton |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |