2005 BMW 545 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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 545 (450 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 545 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 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 | 1630 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
