2006 BMW 530 vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 530 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
