1960 BMW 700 vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 700 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |