1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1994 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1994 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | Shamal | I |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |