2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Shamal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |