1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 1800 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
