1996 BMW M3 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | M3 | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |