2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Z4 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
