2005 BMW 525 vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 525 | Cerbera Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
