2005 BMW 316 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 33 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, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar.
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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 316 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
