1992 BMW 850 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 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 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 850 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
