1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 806 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.
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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1968 TVR Vixen | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | TVR | BMW |
Model | Vixen | 520 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |