1988 BMW 524 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 524 | Trident |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
