1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1978 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1978 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. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1978 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1978 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1978 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Brooklands | Merak |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
