2006 BMW 650 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 650 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 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 Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
