2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Berlina | Shamal |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |