1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Griffith |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |