2009 BMW 125 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin. 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 125 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
