1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal. 1997 Ford F-250 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. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-250 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |