1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1980 Maserati Merak
To start off, both 1980 Ferrari Pinin and 1980 Maserati Merak were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 474 kg more than 1980 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:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 1980 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Pinin | Merak |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
