2007 BMW 535 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 18 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 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 585 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 535 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 535 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 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 | 1735 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
