2002 TVR Griffith vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Griffith | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | TVR | Chevrolet |
| Model | Griffith | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
