1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | Shamal | 99 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
