2001 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 7 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |