1978 BMW 520 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |