1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | V6 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
