2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1995 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 TVR Griffith. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F430 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
