2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2000 TVR Tamora. (334 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2000 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tamora. (514 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2000 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Alpina | TVR |
| Model | B5 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 334 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1230 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
