1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 37 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 502 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Maserati | Dodge |
| Model | Merak | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
