2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | Veyron | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
