2005 TVR T 350 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR T 350 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | T 350 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
