2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 125 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |