2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 325 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |