1991 TVR Griffith vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 TVR Griffith | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | TVR | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Griffith | 2600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |