1968 TVR Vixen vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 44 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), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 TVR Vixen | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Vixen | 335 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 600 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
