1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
