2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
