1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 212 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 60 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | TR6 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2290 mm |
