1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 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) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 108 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 336 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 550 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
