2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3946 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 | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
