1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 215 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 456 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 230 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1518 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2290 mm |