2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 7 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (545 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | EB 218 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 545 HP | 322 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
