1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 188 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 240 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | SL | Griffith |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |