2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1981 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 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:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1981 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Maranello | Merak |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 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 | 1650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
