2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 400 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 320 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |