1998 BMW 317 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith 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 136 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 317 weights approximately 295 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 317 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
