1987 BMW 324 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 324 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |