2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 266 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 | 1295 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
