1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 250 GTO | Griffith |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |