2008 BMW 316 vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 316 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
