1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Maserati Shamal | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Maserati | Venturi |
Model | Shamal | Coupe |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |