1995 BMW 520 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 520 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 520 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |