1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 57 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Dart | Shamal |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |