2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 TVR T 350

To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 525 2005 TVR T 350
Make BMW TVR
Model 525 T 350
Year Released 2008 2005
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 215 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 240 km/hour 275 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 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 Weight 1680 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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