2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 325 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |