2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. 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 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | TVR | BMW |
Model | Tuscan Speed Six | M3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |