2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 478 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Pontiac | TVR |
Model | Firebird | Griffith |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1540 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |