1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1977 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1977 Maserati Merak is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Maserati Merak weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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:
| 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 1977 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Marcos | Maserati |
| Model | 2 Litres | Merak |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
