1996 TVR Griffith vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Griffith weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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 Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Griffith | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Griffith | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
