1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1970 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Vixen | 550 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
