1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2001 Nissan Maxima, 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Maserati Shamal | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Maxima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |