2001 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1976 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Maserati Merak.
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. 2001 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Chairman | 1976 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Daewoo | Maserati |
| Model | Chairman | Merak |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
