2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | M3 | T 350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |