1993 BMW 316 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 316 | Trident |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
