1993 TVR Griffith vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Griffith | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Griffith | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
