2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | Z4 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 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 | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |