1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Shamal | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |