1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Challenger | Shamal |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |