2006 BMW 760 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 3 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1165 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Griffith. 2006 BMW 760 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. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 760 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
