2006 BMW 545 vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 545 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3217 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
