1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Merak weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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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1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1979 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 328 GTS | Merak |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 1273 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |