2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 321 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jensen SV-8 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | SV-8 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
