1998 BMW 325 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 325 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |