2007 BMW 330 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 330 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |