2008 BMW 525 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 525 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
