1987 BMW 750 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 750 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |