1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 14 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (237 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Zafira |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |