1971 BMW 3 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 590 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 3 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |