1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 810 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
