1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1982 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1982 Maserati Merak is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Merak. (158 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Merak weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1982 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT 40 | Merak |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
