2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 6 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | SV-8 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
