2008 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A6 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
