2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 8 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 335 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Alpina | TVR |
Model | Roadster | Griffith |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1395 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |