1989 BMW 518 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 518 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
