1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 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 185 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Shamal | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |