2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1990 TVR Griffith. (327 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR Griffith. (481 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR Griffith. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1990 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Arnage | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |
