2005 BMW 740 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 740 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |