1995 BMW 730 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 TVR S2. 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 730 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
