1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Merak weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
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 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Merak | Cayman |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |