2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 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 123 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 310 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z3 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
