2006 BMW 650 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 650 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
