2007 BMW 550 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 550 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
