1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |