1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 913 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Shamal | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2881 mm |