2001 BMW M vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 313 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
