2007 BMW 545 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 3 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 580 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 545 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
