1996 BMW 520 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 8 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 75 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 572 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |