1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1994 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Shamal | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2895 mm |