1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 223 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Griffith |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |