2008 BMW 120 vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 120 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
