2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 2 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | KS 360 Modena | Shamal |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 444 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |