2000 Infiniti I vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 6 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 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 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, 2000 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | I | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
