2008 BMW 525 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 445 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 (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 525 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1475 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |