2008 TVR T 440 R vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 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 300 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Because 2008 TVR T 440 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR T 440 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR T 440 R | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | TVR | Brilliance |
| Model | T 440 R | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
