2003 BMW 545 vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 545 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
