1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Charger | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
