2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 445 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 (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 330 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |