1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1983 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Merak weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
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:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1983 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Italdesign | Maserati |
| Model | Nazca | Merak |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
