1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 12 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 253 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Maserati | Tata |
Model | Shamal | Sumo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2425 mm |