1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Merak weights approximately 71 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Merak | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
