2000 AC Aceca vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Aceca | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |