2004 TVR Cerbera vs. 1998 BMW 730
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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 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 156 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 620 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 1998 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Cerbera | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Cerbera | 730 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
