1986 BMW 325 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
