2003 BMW M3 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 39 L |
