1972 BMW 3 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 3 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
