1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
