2007 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | Shamal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 445 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |