2003 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tuscan 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 202 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | Tuscan | BLS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3603 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
