2009 BMW 125 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1988 TVR Type 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 125 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
