1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 2.8 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
