1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 968 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
