2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
