2000 BMW 528 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 528 (279 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1960 TVR Grantura has manual transmission. 1960 TVR Grantura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 528 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
