1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 330 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Shamal | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
