1998 BMW 330 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | 350i |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 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 | 1395 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
