2003 BMW 525 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 525 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 525 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
