2000 TVR Griffith vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. 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 302 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Griffith | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Griffith | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |