1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | Shamal | A5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| 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 | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
