2008 TVR T 350 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR T 350 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | TVR | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T 350 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
