2008 Ford GT vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1520 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
