1971 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
