1995 BMW 330 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
