2001 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 132 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 730 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |