2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 163 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
