1981 BMW 745 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 745 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
