1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 692 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 2002 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |