1990 BMW 316 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 316 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
