1977 Maserati Merak vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1977 Maserati Merak is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1977 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Maserati Merak | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Merak | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
