1978 BMW 520 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 135 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 374 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |