2005 Citroen C vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 9 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 249 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
