1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 30 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 635 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 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Merak | GTO |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |