2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-8 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
