1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3110 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
