2008 BMW X3 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 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 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | X3 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
