1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa 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 116 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1996 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Kappa | Shamal |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |