1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Stealth | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
