1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | Shamal | S5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |