1992 BMW 332 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 332 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
