1956 BMW 507 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith.
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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 507 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
