1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 1502 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
