1975 BMW 520 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 520 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
