2005 BMW 750 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Griffith. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 750 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1910 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
