1976 Maserati Merak vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 850 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 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Merak. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | Merak | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1835 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2922 mm |
