1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 234 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1998 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1998 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Scorpio | Shamal |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |