2004 BMW 545 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (391 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 545 | Sagaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |