1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 1600 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |