1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal 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) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Shamal | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 444 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 | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2912 mm |
