2005 BMW 320 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
