1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 208 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |