2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 767 kg more than 1978 Maserati Merak.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Maserati Merak. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Defender | Merak |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
