1982 Maserati Merak vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Merak. (158 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1982 Maserati Merak. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati Merak. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1982 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1982 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Merak | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | Merak | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2885 mm |
