1996 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
