1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1980 Maserati Merak is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Merak weights approximately 191 kg more than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1980 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | Merak |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
