1983 BMW 525 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 525 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |