2006 BMW 545 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tamora. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tamora. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 545 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
