2009 BMW 118 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 118 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |