1984 Audi 90 vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 90 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
