1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 485 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.
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1976 Maserati Merak | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Merak | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |