2009 BMW 650 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 TVR Griffith. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 650 | Griffith |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |