2006 BMW 650 vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 650 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |