2000 BMW 520 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2000 BMW 520 and 2000 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |