1996 BMW 740 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1996 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 740 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
