1981 Maserati Merak vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 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:
| 1981 Maserati Merak | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Merak | Supra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
