1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 TVR Griffith

To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 402 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ferrari 365 GT 2002 TVR Griffith
Make Ferrari TVR
Model 365 GT Griffith
Year Released 1968 2002
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 484 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1062 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2290 mm


 

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