1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
