2004 BMW 320 vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
