2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 525 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
