2000 TVR Tuscan 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 Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith. 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 TVR Tuscan 2003 TVR Griffith
Make TVR TVR
Model Tuscan Griffith
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 4987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 390 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 484 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 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 1175 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2290 mm


 

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