2002 BMW 330 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
