2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | KB | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3217 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
