2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-8 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
