1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Dart | Shamal |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
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 | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |