2002 BMW 330 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
