2003 BMW 320 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
