2008 BMW 320 vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
