1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 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 123 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Shamal | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
