1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Maserati | TVR |
Model | Quattroporte | Griffith |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |