1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Commodore | Shamal |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |