2004 TVR T 350 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR T 350 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | TVR | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T 350 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
