2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
