2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12

To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.

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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 525 2002 TVR Speed 12
Make BMW TVR
Model 525 Speed 12
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Sedan 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 6500 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 881 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 57 L


 

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