2006 BMW 535 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 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 166 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 455 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 440 R. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 535 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 535 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
