1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Valiant | Shamal |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |