1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 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 203 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 506 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Frontera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |