2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR Tuscan would be higher. 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 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 289 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Tuscan. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 135 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
