2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-450 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2520 mm |