2009 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |