1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1976 Maserati Merak and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 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:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Merak | 230 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
