2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
