1955 Buick 40 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | 40 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1062 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |
