1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1981 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1981 Maserati Merak is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Merak weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1981 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Miura | Merak |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
