2002 BMW 330 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 11 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 555 kg more 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
