2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1980 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Merak weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1980 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 360 | Merak |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
