1955 BMW 501 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1955 BMW 501. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 501 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 501 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 501 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1345 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
