1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Shamal | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
