2000 BMW 323 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 323 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
