2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal

To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati Shamal.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Viper 1989 Maserati Shamal
Make Dodge Maserati
Model Viper Shamal
Year Released 2003 1989
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 3215 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 444 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2520 mm


 

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