1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Vixen | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
