2000 BMW 330 vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
