1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 848 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, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave. 2010 Buick Enclave 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. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Maserati | Buick |
| Model | Shamal | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
