1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 5 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1410 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Silver Spur | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |
