1999 BMW 529 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1999 BMW 529 and 1999 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 565 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 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 529 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |