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 @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). 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 515 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). 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 | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 441 Nm |
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 | 1835 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 |