1999 BMW 323 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 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 210 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 357 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323. 1999 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 323 | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
