1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal 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 207 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 41 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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Primera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |