2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 334 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 320 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1100 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 Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |