1992 BMW 540 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 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 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 540 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
