1996 BMW 725 vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 725 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2300 mm |
