1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 312 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Fairlane | Shamal |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |