2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | 3111 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
