1978 BMW M1 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith. 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M1 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 57 L |
