2006 BMW 330 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 330 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |