2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 405 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Statesman | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
