2008 BMW 330 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | 390 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
