1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Merak weights approximately 216 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Guara | Merak |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
