2009 BMW 135 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 18 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 355 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 135 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
