1986 BMW 325 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
