1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Sierra | Shamal |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |