2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 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 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 210 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
