1993 BMW 520 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 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 642 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 488 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 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 520 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7728 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |