2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 17 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1435 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | TVR |
| Model | Phantom | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2290 mm |
