1996 BMW 525 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 525 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |