1972 BMW 3 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 3 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |