1998 Buick Signia vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1995 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1995 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Signia | Shamal |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |