2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
