2003 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
