1977 BMW 528 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 528 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |