1976 Maserati Merak vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1976 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2407 kg more than 1976 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. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1976 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1976 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Maserati Merak | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Maserati | Lincoln |
| Model | Merak | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
