1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 293 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Vectra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |