2007 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Shamal. (322 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1998 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
