1965 TVR Trident vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident 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 (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 110 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 (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 TVR Trident | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Trident | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
