1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 700 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 1800 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |