1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | TVR |
| Model | Manta | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
