1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 512 BB | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3946 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
