2008 BMW 630 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 630 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
