2003 BMW 325 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 158 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
