1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 15 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shamal | Eos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3216 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
