1992 BMW 540 vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 540 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |