1960 TVR Grantura vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1960 TVR Grantura has manual transmission. 1960 TVR Grantura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 TVR Grantura | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Grantura | 525 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
