1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1005 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (434 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
