2009 BMW 120 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 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 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 120 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |