2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith

To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 490 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti G35 2001 TVR Griffith
Make Infiniti TVR
Model G35 Griffith
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 484 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2290 mm


 

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