2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati Shamal. (445 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 575M Maranello | Shamal |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 445 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |