1970 Audi 100 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | 100 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
