2007 BMW 325 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
