2006 BMW 325 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7728 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
