2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Lybra | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
