2007 BMW 130 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 130 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |