1986 BMW 325 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
