1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Shamal | Omega |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |