1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1992 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 TVR Griffith. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1992 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1992 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 57 L |
