2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
