2008 BMW 523 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 523 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
