2008 BMW 650 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 TVR Griffith. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 650 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1640 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
