2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 995 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati Shamal. (445 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
