1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1996 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Conquest | Shamal |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |