2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 kg more than 1978 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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2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Merak |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |