1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 229 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Shamal | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Shamal | Outback |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3216 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
