1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 20 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Maserati Shamal | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | Shamal | G25 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |