2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 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 283 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Triumph GT6. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
