2008 TVR T 440 R vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR T 440 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 174 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR T 440 R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR T 440 R | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | T 440 R | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1676 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
