1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 460 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1998 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Caprice | Shamal |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |