1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Griffith weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |
