2004 TVR T 350 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 TVR T 350. (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR T 350 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | T 350 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 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 | 1100 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
