2007 BMW M3 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 895 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 M3 (365 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
