1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |