2007 BMW M vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
