2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB9 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |