1998 Ford Triton vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, both 1998 Ford Triton and 1998 Maserati Shamal were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Ford Triton. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Triton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton, 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Triton | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2520 mm |
