1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 148 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Griffith |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |