2002 TVR Griffith vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 168 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Griffith | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Griffith | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
