1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Shamal | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |