2003 BMW 520 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 520 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
