2007 BMW M5 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR T 350. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M5 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
