1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1992 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 1992 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (449 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Shamal. 2005 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Shamal | 607 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
