1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
