1980 BMW 628 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 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 169 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 260 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 628 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |