2008 Audi S5 vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S5 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
