2007 BMW M3 vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
