2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
