2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 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 244 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
