2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1981 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 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.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1981 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 8C Competizione | Merak |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |