1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1978 Maserati Merak is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 1978 Maserati Merak. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Merak |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
