1979 Maserati Merak vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 186 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. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1979 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1979 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Merak | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Merak | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
