2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Tuscan | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | TVR | BMW |
Model | Tuscan | 740 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |