2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 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 | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
