1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Shamal | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2808 mm |
