2004 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 120 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A4 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
