2008 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 18 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 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
