2007 BMW 760 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 760 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
