1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | Diplomat | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
