2006 BMW 530 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 530 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
