2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 523 | T 350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |