1989 TVR Speed Eight vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 22 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 104 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR Speed Eight | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Speed Eight | 116 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
