1998 BMW 318 vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1987 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1987 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 318 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
