1991 TVR Griffith vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Griffith | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
