1989 Audi 200 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1991 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 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 200 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
