2003 BMW 325 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
