2000 BMW 328 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 589 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 328 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 328 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 881 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |