1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 is newer by 25 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 304 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 450 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
