2009 BMW 325 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 209 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 Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
