1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Shamal | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
