1996 BMW 735 vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 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 114 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 716 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 735 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |