2005 BMW M3 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
