2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 721 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1963 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1963 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | GranSport | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
