1992 BMW 318 vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 318 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |