1992 BMW 850 vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR M would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 TVR M. (105 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 TVR M. 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 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR M. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 850 | M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
