Hi,
I'm after some experience from those who have a 4.4 tdv8, and their opinions of the ride in comparison to a td6.
I ask because I did have a td6 and I LOVED it, however I really wanted something a bit quicker and lot firmer in the corners.
The 4.4 will obviously be quick enough, but what is the handling like in comparison to the td6??

I want to get back in the fold so have been considering a rrs 3.0 tdv6, and they are a few £k cheaper, but I would much prefer the ffrr.
If anyone could help me with their experience I would appreciate it lots

Thanks

I recently swapped my 56 reg TD6 for an 11 Reg TDV8 4.4. Now I liked the TD6 very much, and had the engine remapped for a bit more power. The TDV8 was a revelation though, very much more lively and oodles of power. It is noticeably quieter too. The engine note on the TD6 was ever present and became decidedly raucous when pressed. The TDV8 sounds and feels effortless. It is doing just 1400 rpm at 70 mph, and engine noise is barely noticeable.
In terms of handling, I noticed that the TDV8 had lighter steering. In comparison with the TD6, it felt a bit over-servoed for my taste. I didn't notice much difference in cornering, although the TDV8 suspension felt marginally smoother.
In addition of course, there are a number of detail improvements especially with the AV system.
The TDV8 4.4s are holding their price well, and you pay a big premium to do the swap from a TD6. Many of the guys on here reckon the SC is better value overall, using the price difference to fund the higher fuel bills. 2011 Vogue TDV8 4.4
1992 Mazda Mx5

Thanks very much for your reply Scuddriver, about your change into the 4.4. I really like the 4.4, but like you say, they are not cheap and if I'm spending all that money, I am hoping I will be able to enjoy the ride when cornering quickly, and not have that boat like lean I used to get in my td6 so much.
1st world problems eh?? Lol

I currently drive a 4.4TDV8 and have owned a TD6 & 3.6TDV8 previously... My current car certainly handles much better than the previous models! That said, you cannot cheat physics! Its a heavy old beast!

Personally, if you like to press on and fling your RR around a lot... Buy a Sport sir

Complaining about a Full Fat's handling is a bit like complaining your cat doesn't bark loud enough  2008 MY Supercharged
Rimini Red / Jet
four zone climate
remote park heater
and no ugly kid windows.
magnus satis quod turpis satis

Hahahah, good call Axle 😂😂😂

I'll drive the sport and the 4.4 back to back and compare them Craig, I just think the ffrr is much better value for money out of the 2.