1996 BMW M3 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 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 204 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 340 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) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
