2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | B3 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |