2009 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 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 92 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M3 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
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 | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |