2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 855 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
