2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1967 Triumph TR5

To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 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 246 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 656 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1967 Triumph TR5 has manual transmission. 1967 Triumph TR5 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.

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2007 Maserati GranSport 1967 Triumph TR5
Make Maserati Triumph
Model GranSport TR5
Year Released 2007 1967
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 396 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 74.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.8 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 9.5:1
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 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 53 L


 

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