2005 BMW 320 vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 BMW 320 (340 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
