1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 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 10 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 175 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB4 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
