2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 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 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1993 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 1993 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Tiburon | Shamal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |