1998 BMW M vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M 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 462 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 448 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | M | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |