1982 Ford Cougar vs. 1946 Maserati A6
To start off, 1982 Ford Cougar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Maserati A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Maserati A6 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cougar weights approximately 605 kg more than 1946 Maserati A6.
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. 1982 Ford Cougar has automatic transmission and 1946 Maserati A6 has manual transmission. 1946 Maserati A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Ford Cougar | 1946 Maserati A6 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Cougar | A6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 875 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |