2006 BMW 320 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Cerbera 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 178 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 490 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 320 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |