2001 BMW 530 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 BMW 530. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 530 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
