2008 BMW 745 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 6 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 2008 BMW 745 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. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 745 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 1945 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
