1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | 420 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
