2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Lotus | Maserati |
Model | Esprit | Shamal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |