2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B 10 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |