2009 BMW M5 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 TVR Griffith. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2000 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M5 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 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 | 1955 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
