1972 Maserati Merak vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1972 Maserati Merak and 1972 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Merak (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Maserati Merak.
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.
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1972 Maserati Merak | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Merak | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |