1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F355 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |