1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
