2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 207 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 480 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 320 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |