1997 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | S-MX | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
