1998 Lexus SC vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 1 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | SC | Shamal |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |