1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1994 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
