1990 BMW 730 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 730 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |