2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 353 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
Model | S-Type | Shamal |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |