1967 TVR Vixen vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 TVR Vixen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 TVR Vixen | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Vixen | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
