1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 18 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 82 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 463 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1994 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1994 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Maserati Shamal | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Maserati | Acura |
Model | Shamal | RDX |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |