2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Shamal. 2006 Chrysler 300 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. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
