1992 BMW 850 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 TVR 350i. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR 350i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i. 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 (450 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR 350i. (298 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR 350i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 850 | 350i |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
