1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 450 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
