2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 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 | 1485 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
