2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 335 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3995 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 | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
