1990 BMW 316 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 190 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 316 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
