2009 BMW M3 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
