2000 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera 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 53 more horse power than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Chimaera | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | TVR | TVR |
Model | Chimaera | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4546 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1060 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |