1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1358 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.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Merak. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | Merak | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
