1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 450 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 450 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
