2001 BMW 325 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
