2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Dolomite 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 333 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
