1957 BMW 600 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 600 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2290 mm |