2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 755 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1991 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Discovery | Shamal |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |