2007 BMW M5 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M5 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
