1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 TVR Griffith. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 836 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
