1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 850 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 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 | 1865 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |