1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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 Type S (220 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Turbo | Type S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
