1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 TVR Griffith

To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2000 TVR Griffith
Make Ferrari TVR
Model 250 GT Griffith
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 276 HP 320 HP
Torque 260 Nm 434 Nm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 268 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2290 mm


 

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