1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 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), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
