2006 BMW 730 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730. 2006 BMW 730 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. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 730 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
