1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 14 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 103 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
