1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 24 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | Diplomat | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
