1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Riley | TVR |
Model | 2.6 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |