1998 BMW 330 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 330 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 314 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 | 1595 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |