2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 728 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1880 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
