1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Shamal | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Maserati | MCC |
Model | Shamal | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |