1960 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1975 Maserati Merak is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Falcon would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Merak weights approximately 206 kg more than 1960 Ford Falcon.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Falcon | 1975 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | Merak |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1326 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |