1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1976 Maserati Merak and 1976 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Merak weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. 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:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Merak | Violet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
