1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 GT | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 233 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 | 1240 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
