1979 Maserati Merak vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1979 Maserati Merak is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Merak | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Merak | Bora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 307 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
