2008 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 30 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Merak weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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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2008 BMW M6 | 1978 Maserati Merak | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M6 | Merak |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |