1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 978 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Shamal. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1998 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1998 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Maserati Shamal | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shamal | R |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3220 mm |