1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
