1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1996 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Cadillac Allante | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Allante | Shamal |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |