1994 BMW 735 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 735 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
