1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Monteverdi | TVR |
| Model | Berlinetta | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |
