1981 BMW 628 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 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 209 more horse power than 1981 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 295 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 628 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 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 | 58 L |