1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 296 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 1602 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
