2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
