1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 315 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Turbo | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
