1979 Maserati Merak vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 26 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 379 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Merak | E500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
