1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Beijing | Maserati |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
