1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 57 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 1500 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |