1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 575 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Impala | Shamal |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |