1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
