1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Maserati Merak. 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 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | Merak | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
