1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2013 Volvo S80, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
