1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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.
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1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Mondial | Merak |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |