2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Maserati Merak. (158 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150.
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 F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 1982 Maserati Merak | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-150 | Merak |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 311 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2610 mm |