2009 BMW 116 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 670 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 116 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |