1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 420 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
