2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 1993 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1993 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Kamal | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
