2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 728 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | CTS | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 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 | 1788 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
