2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 34 more horse power than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
