1996 TVR Cerbera vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera 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 171 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 198 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 TVR Cerbera | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | TVR | BMW |
Model | Cerbera | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |