1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 780 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1994 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1994 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | Shamal | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
