2002 TVR Griffith vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 8 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2002 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 423 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
2002 TVR Griffith | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | TVR | Ferrari |
Model | Griffith | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 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 | 1062 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |