2008 BMW M3 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (240 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
