2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 2000 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Audi | TVR |
Model | A8 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |