1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Shamal | Safrane |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |