1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 20 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Merak weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Maserati | McLaren |
| Model | Merak | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
