1976 BMW 633 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 633 | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 633 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |