1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1993 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 1993 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Camry |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3216 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |