2009 BMW 528 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2.
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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 528 | S2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
