1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 19 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal. 2013 BMW X6 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. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Maserati Shamal | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Shamal | X6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |