1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2002 Maserati Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Shamal | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
