1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 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 115 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1.
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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z1 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
