1978 Maserati Merak vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Merak weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Maserati Merak | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Merak | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
