2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 120 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
