2009 BMW 550 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 15 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, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (240 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 550 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
