1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 626 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1995 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1995 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
