1989 TVR Speed Eight vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR Speed Eight | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Speed Eight | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
