2009 BMW 330 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
