1992 BMW 740 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 740 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
