2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320. 2005 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Tuscan | 320 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
