2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 120 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |