1977 BMW 520 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 520 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
