2003 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
