2004 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1993 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A6 | Shamal |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |