1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1996 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 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80, 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80. 2011 Volvo S80 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. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
