1995 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 228 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
