1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 16 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 199 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Versa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
