2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Merak. (158 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Merak weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1982 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1982 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 1982 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | Merak |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |