1997 Chrysler Neon vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Neon and 1997 Maserati Shamal were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chrysler Neon | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Neon | Shamal |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |