2008 BMW 730 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 730 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
