2004 TVR Tuscan vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Tuscan | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1200 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
