2005 BMW 330 vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | S2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
