1990 TVR V8 S vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 TVR V8 S | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | V8 S | 135 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1052 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
