2007 BMW 116 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 16 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 (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 220 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 (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 116 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
