2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 857 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
