2005 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
