1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 384 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal. 2008 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1991 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1991 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Shamal | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
