1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Pickster | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
