2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | S-Type | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
