2003 TVR T 350 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR T 350 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 11 more horse power than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 421 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR T 350 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | T 350 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
