1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 466 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
