2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora

To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alpina B5 2004 TVR Tamora
Make Alpina TVR
Model B5 Tamora
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 300 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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