2009 BMW 325 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 575 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 545 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 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 325 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |