2006 BMW 550 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 550 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |