1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
