2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 330 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 791 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |