2008 BMW M3 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
