1972 BMW 520 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1445 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |