1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal 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 55 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Maserati | Lexus |
| Model | Shamal | RX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
