2007 BMW 330 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3946 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 | 480 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
