2001 BMW M vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
