1956 BMW 503 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 503 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 503 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |