1992 BMW 850 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
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 Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
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 (447 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 850 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
