1994 BMW M5 vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M5 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 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 | 1725 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
