1991 Audi 200 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, both 1991 Audi 200 and 1991 Maserati Shamal were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 1991 Audi 200. (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1991 Audi 200 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, 1991 Audi 200 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 200. (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 200 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | 200 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |