1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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, both vehicles can yield 321 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | S60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
