1979 Maserati Merak vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Merak weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
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 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Merak | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
