2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 545 kg more than 2007 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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 335 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 265 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
