2008 BMW 550 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 550 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
