2009 BMW 125 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 7 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 135 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 296 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 125 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |