2000 BMW 323 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
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 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 323 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
