1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Maserati Shamal 2010 Nissan Sentra
Make Maserati Nissan
Model Shamal Sentra
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3217 cc 2000 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 5100 RPM
Torque 444 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4567 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1511 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2685 mm


 

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