2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 15 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000.
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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S2000 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |