2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. 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 84 more horse power than 2000 Audi Allroad. (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Allroad | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
