1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Vixen | 320 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| 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 | 58 L | 57 L |
