1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica, 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
