1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z3 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
