1973 Maserati Merak vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1973 Maserati Merak and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Merak (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Merak | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Merak | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
